About Main Street Enid





		About Us / FAQs Lindy Chambers Director Main Street Enid, Inc. Lindy Chambers serves as Program Manager for Main Street Enid, and has been affiliated with the program since it began in 1994. She has lived in Enid since 1964, and loves being involved in her community. She also serves on the Chamber of Commerce board and on the Enid Convention and Visitors Bureau. Lindy and her husband John have been married for 35 years, and have two children and one grandson. They enjoy traveling across the United States and when time allows, around the world. An alum of Oklahoma State University, Lindy's interests include creative writing, French, and of course, being involved in the revitalization of Downtown Enid. She welcomes visitors to the office, and invites you to stop by and talk about what's new in Enid! What is the Main Street Program? National Main Street Center… Main Street is a revitalization strategy used in more than 1200 cities in over 40 states. It was developed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Washington, D.C., in an attempt to encourage the imaginative use of business and government resources to support local downtown revitalization efforts. In 1980, the Trust formed an affiliate non-profit organization, the National Main Street Center (NMSC), to provide consulting and training services to cities and states undertaking Main Street program. Oklahoma Main Street Program… In late 1985, the legislature created the Oklahoma Main Street Program. Housed in the State Department of Commerce, the Main Street program was originally designed as a demonstration program for cities under 50,000 in population. Since 1986, 44 communities have received technical assistance and training in the Main Street approach to downtown revitalization. Main Street Enid… Enid became a Main Street city in 1994 and has been recognized locally, statewide and nationally as one of the premier programs in the country. Property owners, business owners, professionals, and volunteers serve on the board of directors and on various committees addressing issues such as facade improvements, special events, fundraising, networking and resource sharing. To date more than 12 million dollars has been spent on downtown improvements since 1994. What is Main Street Enid's Purpose? Main Street Enid is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote the quality of life in Enid by strengthening downtown as the center of the community through concentrated efforts in a four-point approach to revitalization. Those four points are promotion, design, economic restructuring and organization. PROMOTION Creating a positive image to attract shoppers, investors and visitors to downtown. Development of well-planned promotional and special event creates community excitement and involvement. DESIGN Enhancing the visual quality of Downtown. Attention is given to all elements in the environment including buildings, signs, storefronts, public improvements, and landscaping. ECONOMIC RESTRUCTURING Improving the economic appeal of downtown by strengthening existing assets and encouraging the redevelopment of vacant and underutilized space for retail, professional, entertainment and cultural uses. ORGANIZATION Building partnerships with diverse groups interested in downtown revitalization to ensure consistency and permit the emergence of effective management and advocacy. What are the boundaries of the Main Street Enid district? The Main Street Enid Impact Area is bounded by Elm Street on the North, the Union Pacific Railroad Tracks on the East; the South boundary is 1/2 block South of Garriott and the West boundary is Adams Street from Elm to Cherokee and Washington Street from Cherokee to ½ block south of Garriott. View Main Street Enid Impact Area in a larger map How is Main Street Funded? Main Street Enid receives no federal or state funding. Our program is supported by membership investments from local businesses, professionals and property owners, concerned citizens and the City of Enid. What Benefits Does the Main Street Program Offer Its Members? Satisfaction of supporting the revitalization of Downtown Enid Opportunity to host Morning on Main Street (monthly networking breakfast) Assistance with holiday lighting (building exterior) Professional architectural and design assistance Invitation to annual meeting and awards banquet Business consulting provided by the Oklahoma Dept. of Commerce Membership decal Opportunity to be featured on Main Street Legends (historical series broadcast on Pegasys) Monthly newsletter and informational mailings Invitation to participate in award winning promotional activities Use of Main Street Enid logo in advertisements National resource network Opportunity to become directly involved in the decisions affecting the future of downtown Enid How do I get Involved? When you join the Main Street Enid program, you are joining a partnership that is already working on behalf of the community. Your membership will enable the program to expand its activities and will afford you the opportunity to play a direct role in the strengthening of Enid. Your support provides: Operating revenue for the office, special events and promotional activities as well as money for landscaping and professional services. Won't you help us build on our successes and join today? Contact the Main Street Enid office for additional membership or volunteer information.











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